The document provides information about The Grove, a 5-star privately owned resort located within 40 minutes of London. Some key details include that it was formerly an estate and dates back to the 18th century. It has over 300 acres of parkland, gardens and woodlands. Accommodations include over 200 rooms and suites with many amenities. It also has extensive meeting and event facilities, a spa, golf course, and multiple restaurants. The Grove aims to provide a luxury experience while being conveniently located near London.

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2. A 5-STAR, PRIVATELY OWNED RESORT WITHIN 40 MINUTES OF LONDON
The GrovePresenting
Tradition with a twist...
The most significant development of its kind in over 75 yearsThe most significant development of its kind in over 75 years
Please note that The Grove opened its doors
to guests on September 8, 2003.
This presentation will be refined as the resort develops.
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3. Formerly the estate of the Earls of Clarendon
Current Grove mansion dates to the 18th century
First house built on site in 1400
In the 19th century, the Grove estate was the venue
for exclusive weekend parties with important
politicians and aristocrats
English Heritage Listed restorations on-property:
HistoryHistory
A Distinguished PastA Distinguished Past
Grade II* mansion
Grade II stables
stone bridge
Less than 10% of all listed historical buildings in
England are Grade II* or higher
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4. Just north of London, in Hertfordshire
Built on 300 acres of parkland
Within 40 minutes of :
London’s West End, Heathrow Airport
30 minutes from :
30 Minutes from London by rail
Luton Airport, for easy arrivals from Ireland and Scotland
Airport transfers can be arranged
Private helipad also available
LocationLocation
Accessible, Yet PrivateAccessible, Yet Private
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5. StaffStaff
Naturally Caring & ExperiencedNaturally Caring & Experienced
Michael O’Dwyer, General Manager - has known owners for 18 years
Diana Banks, Director of Sales & Marketing - doesn’t everyone know Diana?
Sue Wolton, Meeting & Events Director - long history with Ralph Trustees
Michael Helling, Food & Beverage Director
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6. StaffStaff
Respectful, Unstuffy ServiceRespectful, Unstuffy Service
Confidence to reach out to our guests, to offer genuine warmth and hospitality.
Sensitivity and tact to know when to step back and give you space.
Penny Dumbleton, Director of Sequoia - formerly Sr Manager of Oriental Spas
Stephen, Executive Head Chef - formerly of Harrod’s
Blyth Reid, Director of Golf
1.3 staff for every room
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7. Décor inspired by traditional styles, with a modern twist
Design by Fox Linton Associates
Past projects include restaurants, top hotels, palaces, private yachts
Extensive collection of antiques and art
InteriorInterior
DesignDesign
Classic & ContemporaryClassic & Contemporary
3 Guestroom and suite styles :
Classical
Contemporary
Decadent
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8. The West WingThe West Wing
Crisp and ContemporaryCrisp and Contemporary
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9. The West WingThe West Wing
Breakfast with a ViewBreakfast with a View
Ask HGM if you’d like to make arrangements
to visit the Grove and see the lovely grounds
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10. The West WingThe West Wing
Original artwork,Original artwork,
Traditional StyleTraditional Style
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11. A Mansion SuiteA Mansion Suite
Urban Chic Moves to the
Country
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12. A Mansion SuiteA Mansion Suite
Delightfully DecadentDelightfully Decadent
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13. A Mansion SuiteA Mansion Suite
Sumptuously Surprising
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14. Drawing RoomsDrawing Rooms
Classy and Welcoming
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15. 23 flexible meeting rooms, all opening directly into formal gardens
Dedicated staff member assigned to each event
Indoor function space for up to 750 people
Video and satellite conferencing available
ISDN and laptop access in all rooms
Outdoor Walled Garden accommodates up to 1,000 – rain or
shine
Secretarial support provided
BusinessBusiness
Meeting-Friendly AtmosphereMeeting-Friendly Atmosphere
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16. Sequoia : a 30,000 square foot ESPA Spa
18- Hole Championship golf course by Kyle Phillips
LeisureLeisure
5 distinctive restaurants and bars, from intimate and relaxed, to chic
Intimate drawing rooms with butler service
Formal & FunFormal & Fun
Do lots, or do nothing :
The Grove provides the opportunities,
with a special flare
Children’s center with structured entertainment program
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17. Golf FacilitiesGolf Facilities
Mature and ChallengingMature and Challenging
18 holes of championship golf
Past projects include:
No membership necessary to play
Course by world-renowned designer Kyle Phillips
7,170 yards : par 72
• Kingsbarns Golf Links, Scotland
World’s Top 50 Courses by Golf Magazine 2001
• Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, Washington D.C.
Remodeled for the 2000 President’s Cup
Tuition by PGA Professionals at Grove Golf Academy
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18. LeisureLeisure
18-Hole Kyle Phillips Golf Course18-Hole Kyle Phillips Golf Course
Turning HeadsTurning Heads
““great fun”great fun”““great fun”great fun”
“…“…amongst the best I have ever played”amongst the best I have ever played”“…“…amongst the best I have ever played”amongst the best I have ever played”
““...reminded me of a traditional links course”...reminded me of a traditional links course”““...reminded me of a traditional links course”...reminded me of a traditional links course”
“…“…a challenging but never unplayable test”a challenging but never unplayable test”“…“…a challenging but never unplayable test”a challenging but never unplayable test”
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19. LeisureLeisure
Sequoia SpaSequoia Spa Escape to TranquillityEscape to Tranquillity
Named after sequoia trees on grounds
ESPA Spa with 30,000 square-foot facilities
72-foot black mosaic indoor pool
12 treatment rooms
Fitness Studio with Technogym EXCITE range
Classes : Aerobics, Pilates, and more
1 couples suite
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20. Sequoia SpaSequoia Spa
SerenitySerenity
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21. 5 distinctive restaurants and bars, from intimate and relaxed, to chic
Food &Food &
BeverageBeverage
Delectable DiningDelectable Dining
The Potting Shed
The Lobby Bar
…and the Mansion Drawing Rooms
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22. Colette’sColette’s
The Grove’s Chic à la carte RestaurantThe Grove’s Chic à la carte Restaurant
66 covers spread over 4 dining areas
Striking views of the vale and canal
Bar serving classic cocktails, range of apéritifs, digestifs
Pre-dinner apéritif on terrace
Dishes prepared with abundance of organic produce
Modern, contemporary food presentation
Attentive, personalised, professional service
Food &Food &
BeverageBeverage
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23. The GlasshouseThe Glasshouse
Fun, Relaxed, and ModernFun, Relaxed, and Modern
Peaceful views of the garden
Food freshly cooked in small quantities, regularly replenished
Live cooking theatre : rotisserie, char grill, wok station
Meals catered to guest requests
Specialty coffees
Central wine bar, wines by the glass
Food &Food &
BeverageBeverage
150 covers
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24. The StablesThe Stables
Informal Restaurant, Lively BarInformal Restaurant, Lively Bar
Wood-burning oven and open kitchen
Al fresco terrace with stunning views over golf course
Cooking with a modern approach
Bar in golf house of old stables, no bookings required
Great range of value wines
Food &Food &
BeverageBeverage
68 covers
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25. The Drawing RoomsThe Drawing Rooms
Relaxed Eating & SeatingRelaxed Eating & Seating
4 elegant rooms open to a private terrace
High quality food served with minimal fuss
Private setting overlooking formal gardens
Range of coffees and teas specially blended for The Grove
Evening flambé coffees
Food &Food &
BeverageBeverage
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26. The Lobby BarThe Lobby Bar
Hub of the EstateHub of the Estate
Food &Food &
BeverageBeverage
The Potting ShedThe Potting Shed
Outdoor Dining in the WalledOutdoor Dining in the Walled
GardenGarden
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27. Food &Food &
BeverageBeverage
Banqueting and EventsBanqueting and Events
Food typical of fine restaurant dining
Creative food presentations, table settings, and decoration
Using only the best available ingredients
Accommodating a wide range of dietary requirements
Range of colour schemes and themes available
All Grove events meticulously planned by dedicated event planners
Largest 5-star ballroom outside of London’s West End
Terraces for cocktail receptions
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28. Room to BreatheRoom to Breathe
300 acres of private parkland:300 acres of private parkland:
Formal gardens:Formal gardens: Many guestrooms have
terraces and balconies
Sunny meeting rooms all provide
direct access to the grounds
 45,000 newly planted trees
 The River Gade
 The Grand Union Canal
 Meadowlands
 Wetland area  Nature trails
 Peaceful, scented spaces
 Contemporary sculptures
 Herbaceous border
 Restaurant herb garden
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29. SpecialSpecial
OptionsOptions
All 227 rooms at The Grove may be
taken over on an exclusive basis,
according to availability
Quotations are available in both
American dollars and pounds sterling :
Rates available upon request
Ask us about creative solutions for
groups requiring more than 227 rooms
“No such thing as rack rate in the real world”
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30. Special Pre/Post Stays, Small GroupsSpecial Pre/Post Stays, Small Groups
SisterSister
PropertyProperty
100% recommend and return factors
111 rooms
12 suites
34 apartments
Dining at Bullochs at 116
Joan Collins (bachelorette party)
Kevin Spacey (his favourite London hotel)
Robbie Williams
George Lucas
Pamela Anderson
Russell Crowe
Magic Johnson (special 9-foot bed provided)
Has welcomed such
celebrities as:
The Whisky Bar :
45% repeat guest factor
On-site health spa
5-star and family-owned
5 town houses
65 covers
widest selection
in London
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31. Rural walks and world-class cuisine
AND located within 40 minutes of ...
Perfect Balance of City & CountryPerfect Balance of City & Country
Outstanding golf course and sport facilities
Art exhibits inside and out
State-of-the-art day spa
Elegant, spacious accommodations
Access to the latest technology and conveniences
Caring, capable staff
To Sum UpTo Sum Up
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32. LondonLondon
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33. Also in theAlso in the
neighborhood of...neighborhood of...
Windsor CastleWindsor Castle
Blenheim PalaceBlenheim Palace
OxfordOxford
largest and oldest occupied castle in thelargest and oldest occupied castle in the
worldworld
birthplace of Winston Churchillbirthplace of Winston Churchill
home to royalty and scholarshome to royalty and scholars
for over 800 yearsfor over 800 years
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34. ACCOMODATIONS
Number of rooms: 211
Fast FactsFast Facts
Number of suites: 16
King-size beds: 200
Room size: 98 - 196 ft
2
88 balconies
10 marble fireplaces
100 pieces of antique furniture
6 estate cottages
Number of meeting rooms: 23
Size of pre-function area:
Indoor banqueting: 500 pax
Outdoor reception: 1000 pax
F&B outlets: 5
Signature restaurant: Colette’s
FUNCTION SPACE
Business centre: yes
302 original works of art
Average cost per room: $1 million Fitness centre: yes
Pool: 1 indoor, 1 outdoor, 1 vitality pool
Tennis courts: 2
Spa: Sequoia (ESPA: 30,000 ft
2
)
Jacuzzis: 4
Steam rooms: 4
Saunas: 2
Treatment rooms: 13
LEISURE
Children’s centre: yes
Golf Course : 18-hole, 7,170-yard, par 72
Greens : A4 creeping bent grass
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35. Fast FactsFast Facts
OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES
Entire property: 300 acres, to encourage big-picture thinking
Walled gardens: 3 acres
Woodland: 100 acres
Rivers: 1
Canals: 1
Lakes: 2
Nature trails: 6
World War II air raid shelters : 6
Honeybee hives: 10
Bridges: 4
1 Clarendon family crypt
1 Saxon burial ground
Helipad
2 family owners
CONVENIENT LOCATION
Within 40 minutes of London and Heathrow
Near 3 major film studios
Near large pharmaceutical firms
Near important hi-tech firms
OPENING SEPTEMBER 8, 2003
45,000 newly-planted trees restoring existing forest
Up to 30 archaeologists have been working
on-site at one time due to property’s history
1 donkey, in need of a companion
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Thank you for meeting with Hotel Group Marketing.
Michael Karr Ambre Crim
VP Sales & Marketing Administrative Assistant
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